Pan-Seared Grouper with Citrus-Cilantro Salsa

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Tender grouper fillets pan-seared and topped with a vibrant citrus-cilantro salsa that brightens the dish with fresh flavors. This Caribbean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 23 minutes, pairs grouper fillets, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 8 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 grouper fillets (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Place the seasoned grouper fillets in the skillet and sear for 4 minutes on the first side without moving them, until the edges are golden and crisp.
  3. Step 3: Carefully flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, then remove from heat.
  4. Step 4: In a medium bowl, combine 1 medium peeled and segmented orange, juice of 1 lime, 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, 1 small minced jalapeño, and 1 tsp honey. Stir gently until well mixed.
  5. Step 5: Spoon the citrus-cilantro salsa over each grouper fillet just before serving to add a fresh, zesty contrast.

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